Panasonic LUMIX G Vario H-FS45150AK 45-150mm
Panasonic
70 Overall Score
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Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Tamron
91 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Panasonic LUMIX G Vario H-FS45150AK 45-150mm
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Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
88 out of 100 medium confidence 20 reviews
The Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 lens is highly praised for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and lightweight design, making it a versatile and affordable alternative to Sony's GM lenses. Users appreciate its performance in portraits and low light, though some note the plastic build and lack of weather sealing as drawbacks. Overall, it is considered an excellent value for both enthusiasts and professionals.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Lightweight design
- Versatile focal range
- Good value for money
Cons
- Plastic build quality
- No weather sealing
- Zoom ring reversed from focus ring
- Slightly long for discrete use
- Colors slightly duller than GM lenses
Image quality 12
Autofocus performance 10
Build quality 8
Value for money 7
Weight and portability 6
Low light performance 5
Scores
Budget
Portrait
Professional
Macro
Video Cinema
Travel
Street
Landscape
Wildlife Sports
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX G Vario H-FS45150AK 45-150mm | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 45 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 150 mm | 75 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 17 |
| Groups | 9 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | Multi-Coated | Fluorine Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | 4.0-5.6 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.20 kg★ | 0.54 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping AF Motor | VXD |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 900 mm | 180 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.9 | 1:2.7 |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic LUMIX G Vario H-FS45150AK 45-150mm
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong af (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong build (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong versatility (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong macro (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
Pricing
Panasonic LUMIX G Vario H-FS45150AK 45-150mm0.470score per dollar
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Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G20.328score per dollar
Panasonic LUMIX G Vario H-FS45150AK 45-150mm offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2
Scores 91 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 21 specs.
